I originally found this place on TikTok. The owners son made a TikTok about all the food with pictures and I knew this place was right up my alley. So I went right away. I ordered the Pan Con Chicharron Sandwich and OMGGGG IT WAS INCREDIBLE! The pork was so tender and crispy at the same time ! And the Bravazo hot sauce was delicious ! My waiter was CARLOS and he was so sweet & helpful . He gave me some good recommendations and I'm definitely going back for lunch today to try the Tiradito and empanadas! This is going to be my new go to spot when I'm in Pleasanton!!! MUST TRY EVERYTHING ! Also, I cannot wait to try the tiramisu ! Thank you again Carlos ! read more

Bravazo - Pan con Chicharron !!!! Pork melts in your mouth but also crispy ! So many textures ! Bravazo hot sauce is INCREDIBLE! - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

The food was good! Normally I can leave service / wait times out of reviews as it is expected with going out to eat. We got seated within 5 minutes of arrival, but found it difficult to flag down a waiter/waitress, despite being 1 of only 2 tables seated outside. The inside was relatively empty as well with maybe 2-3 tables seated inside. My issue here is the difficulty of actually ordering our food as well as the wait time to get our food. I have no issue when it is clearly stated to my party / I when ordering about long wait times, but I found it almost impossible to reflag a waiter/waitress to even ask for my food updates. We arrived to Bravazo at around 1:15PM on a Sunday but didn't get our food until 2:30PM, which without notice or a heads up was a little jarring to me. We mentioned that the wait time was long in passing, but please give a heads up to all patrons if this is the case. Most likely we know that food is made to order here, but the long wait time made it incredibly disappointing to dine here. read more

Bravazo - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Bravazo is such a gem! The service, sangria, and lomo saltado alone are enough to make me want to come back soon. Everything we had was absolutely delicious, and the experience was made even more special when we got to meet the owner and chef, Luis, who was kind enough to take a selfie with us and our dogs! I also love that they have a dog-friendly patio, making it the perfect spot for a delicious meal with your pups. We had such a wonderful time and will definitely be back! read more

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My friend recommended this place, so we came in excited to try it. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, and since it was a nice day we chose to sit outside. Unfortunately, the service was really disappointing from the start. It took about 10-15 minutes for anyone to come over and even give us menus, and we were genuinely confused because no one seemed to be attending to us. A server eventually dropped off menus and then disappeared again for another 15-20 minutes. Once we finally ordered, it took another 45 minutes for our food to come out. What made it even more frustrating was that the restaurant was barely busy, there were maybe three tables occupied. We ordered the fettuccine Alfredo and fried rice, neither of which are particularly complicated dishes, so waiting that long felt pretty ridiculous. As for the food, the fettuccine Alfredo was unfortunately very bland and basically tasted like buttered noodles. Adding the meat and sauce made it a little better, but overall it still wasn't anything special. The fried rice was good and had a nice mushroom flavor. We had actually planned to stay for dessert because the options looked really good, but after the experience with the service and food, we decided to leave and get ice cream down the street instead. I later found out this place is popular on TikTok, which honestly surprised me. Maybe we caught them on an off day, but based on our experience, I unfortunately can't recommend it. read more

Bravazo - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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I've been watching Mattias videos for however long he's been posting videos of his dad's restaurant Bravazo and I've been dying to come here ever since! Bravazo is located in downtown Pleasanton, there are plenty of free parking in the area. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating! I stopped by on a Friday and with it being 70+ degrees, I opted for sitting inside! I ordered the passion fruit juice and aji de gallina. The juice was so refreshing on a nice day like this. The food did take some time and they offered me a beef empanada while I waited! Both the empanada and aji de gallina were very flavorful. Even the inside of the potato was very seasoned. My guest got the pan con chicharron and thought the meat was very tender and tasty. The staff were great especially Cesar!! Bathroom is located in the back outside so you'll need to ask the staff for the key. Overall, great atmosphere and great food! Can't wait to come back! read more

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Superb Peruvian cuisine in downtown Pleasanton. Our daughter went to Peru this spring and wanted to share some of her culinary experiences with us, so we stopped by for a Sunday evening dinner. We were served ably by the courteous Carlos, who started us off with tasty ham and cheese empanadas (served with a superb spicy aioli), and refreshing guava and maracuya (passion fruit) mocktails. Unfortunately, they were out of chicha spritz, which our daughter was craving, and all other types empanadas - beef, chicken, veggie - were finished! Then we turned our attention to entrées, and ordered causa, pan con chicharrón, and aji de gallina. The causa was a visual treat, the crispy pork belly sandwich was my favorite item on the menu, and the shredded chicken and potatoes over rice was the most filling! Of course, we left room for dessert! They were again out of one of our daughter's favorites - the choco lucuma trifle - so we had to make do with alfajores and lucuma ice cream. These were delicious and were a wonderful way to end the meal. Total bill was about $150 before tip. We will definitely stop by again to try some of the menu items that were not available. Thank you, Bravazo, for making Pleasanton your home! read more

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We walked in on a Saturday after the Farmers Market. Despite being one of the first few customers, they did not have many menu items. No waffles, which my toddler was looking forward to. No veggie/chicken empanadas. They said they had French Toast (not on the menu) so we ordered that with scrambled eggs. The main issue was wait, our food took an hour to arrive, and several surrounding tables were waiting just as long. The eggs with sausages were amazing but the French toast was smothered in chocolate and raspberry sauce which looked amazing but was too rich for us. We would have preferred standard French toast. read more

Bravazo - French toast - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Stopped by on Sunday at noon for lunch. I was looking forward to trying their empanadas that day and I was disappointed to hear they were out. I wasn't sure if the waitress said they were out of them for the day or just none at all that Sunday. Regardless, We decided to proceed with the fish of the day ceviche as a starter and I ordered the Peruvian turkey sandwich. The wait was a little long but I like to tell myself it's probably because it's fresh. Once the food came out I was relieved with how fresh and lemony the ceviche was. The thinly sliced onions with the crunch of the corn nuts and sweet potato was so refreshing. It was a light starter but the pieces of fish were pretty thick so I think it was worth the $27. My sandwich was better than I expected it to be. There were thick cuts of turkey with a spicy orange sauce and marinated sliced onions. I honestly forgot about the empanadas towards the end of the meal. The staff were super welcoming and kind so I will definitely be back and make it my mission to score some empanadas. read more

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Highly recommended this place! Food and staff were excellent. The outside seating was great for a group of 5. Looking forward to coming back and enjoying more food. read more

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Vibrant flavors and great outdoor dining in downtown Pleasanton! Rating: 5 out of 5 stars We were just walking around downtown Pleasanton planning to visit another Latin-American restaurant when we came across Bravazo. Its vibrant menu immediately caught our attention. Purely by coincidence, we also wanted to listen to some live music, and to our luck, there was live jazz playing right across the street at Nonni's Bistro. We decided to eat at Bravazo and enjoy the music at the same time. I really like when a menu is simple and concise because it gives you the feeling they make sure every dish is cooked to perfection, and they certainly delivered on that! Here is what we ordered: Bravazo Paella: Beautifully presented and served in a massive quantity. It consists of shrimp, mussels, chicken, beef, and chorizo in a deeply flavorful broth. Everything about this dish was fantastic, every bite delivered, and it came with a generous portion of meat and seafood. Peruvian Ceviche (Salmon, Medium Spicy): Made with fresh salmon marinated in lime, cilantro, onions, ginger, sweet potato, and Peruvian corn. It was really good, though I could have done without the spice, so next time I will order it mild. The corn kernels were huge compared to our local corn; we asked about them, and the staff mentioned they ship them directly from Peru, which was a wonderful authentic touch. Custom Salad: Even though a salad was not on the menu, we asked our server if they could accommodate our request, and they happily did! It was a very nice salad that hit the spot, featuring a great portion of avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red Swiss chard, and feta cheese. Service Highlight: They have a server, but the owner also helps out at the tables. It was very thoughtful of the owner to make sure we got fresh new plates for the Peruvian ceviche so the flavors would not mix with the paella. We were so glad we did that because it let us fully appreciate the distinct taste of the ceviche. Practical Details & Atmosphere: Portions and Ordering: When we were seated, the server was very polite and helpful in explaining the portion sizes. He mentioned the paella was big enough to keep two people happy for a while, but we might want a bit more later. We ended up ordering the ceviche midway through our paella, and guess we were hungry because we ended up cleaning all our dishes completely. Parking & Seating: The weather was perfect for outdoor seating, and with the live jazz playing across the street, the meal felt even better. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. We were able to park a few blocks away for a short, easy walk. Surprisingly, the downtown stretch was not too busy that Saturday evening, making parking a breeze, though it can get tough if a local event is happening. Overall, Bravazo is a wonderful spot with incredible food and great service. It is definitely a must-visit, and next time we might even try their drinks too! read more

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I love bravazo ceviche it's a ritual for me after a hair appointment to enjoy it ! The service is sweet with the owners checking in and introducing themselves. I will be back with my mom to try the lomo saltado. read more

Bravazo - Ceviche -medium -yellowtail - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Bravazo is a new addition to downtown Pleasanton's dining scene, offering traditional and creative Peruvian eats in a casual, cafe-like setting. Coming in for dinner service, we started with the Pan con Chicharron, a sandwich with a filling of crispy deep-fried pork, picked onions, sweet potato, and aioli on a crusty baguette. The flavors of this sandwich were delicious, though the pork was a little too greasy and sinewy. Curious about their creative dishes, we next had the Bravazo Paella, an iron skillet of short-grain rice cooked with aji amarillo sofrito, fish broth, saffron, shrimp, mussels, chicken, beef, chorizo, green beans, carrots, and peas--a one pot meal that was great for sharing. But my favorite dish of all was the Fettuccine Bravazo, which came with fettuccine in a creamy yellow huancaina sauce (made of queso fresco and yellow pepper) topped with shaved Parmesan, served alongside Lomo Saltado, cubes of marinated top sirloin stir-fried with onions, tomatoes, and peppers in a savory sauce. The huancaina pasta was creamy and delicious, and the beef in the Lomo Saltado was perfectly tender and juicy--what a creative way of combining two Peruvian classics into a single dish! Overall, the food and service here were both memorable, though the menu prices were undoubtedly high for what we got. read more

This was our second visit to Bravazo on Main Street, and it definitely didn't disappoint. If you're looking for a spot that balances quality food with impressive efficiency, this is it. The Food We explored a few different items this time: * Bravazo Scramble: This was the absolute star of the meal. It's a hearty mix of three eggs, bell peppers, hot links, and spinach, all topped with a layer of crispy cheese that really takes it to the next level. It's served with toast, a great spicy sauce, and some of the best breakfast potatoes we've had anywhere. * Chicken Salad Sandwich: Served on fresh sourdough with a house-made spicy sauce that gave it a nice kick. Very satisfying. * Latte: We ordered it extra hot with sugar-free vanilla syrup, and it was crafted perfectly. The Atmosphere & Service The ambiance in the restaurant is very pleasant--perfect for a casual downtown meal. What really stood out was the speed. The service is both fast and friendly; we were in and out in about 40 minutes, which is impressive for a sit-down meal that still feels high-quality. Bottom Line: Whether it's your first time or your second, Bravazo is a consistent winner in Pleasanton. Highly recommended for a quick yet delicious breakfast or lunch! read more

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Bravado opened a year ago where Downtown Cafe once was. Inside and outside dining space. Inside has vanilla walls with some pics thereon. Flatscreen in front tuned to golf. Assigned a corner table upon entering. Ordered. Food arriving 10ish minutes later. Offerings (Peruvian): breakfast, starters, cold bar, smash burgers,, chef's special. classics, fusion, desserts... Bites: disappointed fish of day was farm salmon, skipped ceviche, raw fish. -bravado huancaina (14) Peeled boiled potatoes covered with creamy sauce of queso fresco & yellow Peruvian pepper. Had a spicy kick. Garnished with 1/2 boiled egg, tomato halves, greens. Deliz! Pan con Chicharron (20) -street food sandwich with juicy slices of slow cooked pork & roasted sweet potato. Sauced with Bravazo aioli & zesty salsa Criolla. baguette sandwich. More tasty than a Cubano. 5 stars Worthy! Quantity: reasonable.pricey but worth it. Quality: made to order. Artisan ingredients.. read more

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Honestly, if I could give Bravazo 6 stars, I would! We have enjoyed this spot a number of times now and loved each visit. It is a local family run restaurant that delivers amazing food consistently. The patio is our favorite spot. The fettuccine Bravazo is a perfect dish..... simply delicious and hands down my favorite! The Arroz Chaufa is also amazing along with either the fillet anticuchos or a more traditional de corazon! A side shot of Leche de Tigre is a perfect complement and we love to end our meal with the passionfruit tart! My wife and I love this spot! read more

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I am really committed to try and review all the great food places in downtown Pleasanton as there are many unique cuisines from all over the world that we have available to try out with many of them not being chains so its a great place to try out different foods from around the world. One such spot is Bravazo specializing in Peruvian cuisine, which I am not intimately familiar with so excuse my ignorance as this was my first experience with this type of food but if this is what I can expect I am moving Peru up my list of places to go for a food vacation! As with many of the restaurants in this downtown row of places you the interior is smaller and more intimate but definitely has a bright and clean look to it. Seats a max of 40-44 people inside I believe so it can fill up pretty fast but very comfortable and lively environment and spaced out well so you will not feel cramped which is a plus. Friendly server gave her recommendations as we were new to this place and unfortunately were out of some of the most popular items so get in earlier if you want the full selection. Was especially sad they were out of ALL their empanandas as that was the only item I was familiar with and wanted to try so they must be awesome and I need to try them out next time. You get some complimentary snack of roasted corn kernels while you check out the small but broad ranged menu. These are a great snack and I need a bag of these at home immediately now. Decided on the Aji de Gallina (shredded chicken with yellow pepper sauce) and the Pan Con Asado (tri tip sandwich). Added a fresh Passion Fruit juice which seemed to be 100% pure passion fruit and was delicious. Our dishes were served relatively quickly and we were able to dive into both with great anticipation and our expectations were exceeded immediately! The Aji de Gallina was amazing and I never knew yellow pepper could be the base of such a light but still complex flavor. Paired amazing with with the chicken and potato slices and the garlic rice was perfectly seasoned and not overpowering in anyway. Such an amazing combination of flavors and perfectly balanced so highly recommend this as a "safe" dish for those who are apprehensive on what to tackle as a first Peruvian dish, at least in my opinion. The Pan Con Asado was a meaty boy of a big sandwich and packed to the brim with meat and an assortment of veggies but the meat was the star of the show for sure. The lower bagguette base was crushed on the weight of the meat, has browns veggies and sauce and that was the only thing I wished was a bit more stable in terms of actually being able to lift the sandwich and take a proper bite out of bit as it was, it sort of fell apart under the weight of its own magnificence and I was happy to fork and knife the rest of it. A top tier sandwich but I was sort of searching for more hash browns to compliment the meat. The tri tip was more of a pulled pork type texture though so I was a bit confused but still loved every bite. Prices were fair for the food portions you get and friendly staff round out the this great lunch/brunch spot. I think I love Peruvian food just based on this first experience so far. I cannot wait to get back to this place and try some of the other dishes and hopefully get there early enough to try some Empanadas! read more

Bravazo - tasty roasted corn kernels. Watch your fillings though! - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

We came in on a Sunday afternoon and it wasn't very packed. I did see a video on this restaurant through tik tok so I was excited to try. The breakfast hot link burrito was yummy with the melted exterior cheese. I do think the hot link was a great pairing. It was a huge burrito so we had it for another meal. The empanadas were good and packed with flavor but it contained raisins and I'm not too big of a fan of those in savory dishes. Overall everything was great and I'd try other dishes during dinner time. read more

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Excellent experience for a group lunch last week. The atmosphere is nice. Can be a bit loud though (echoing). The servers were nice, and explained what the dishes were. Water was refreshed often. - Orange Spice Tea: this was a unique taste, a bit spicy. - Chicha-Morada: nice refreshing taste - Maracuya-Passion Fruit Juice: also refreshing - Pan con Chicharron: this is one of their signature dishes. Did not disappoint. Crispy but tender pork slices, great aioli. - Beef Empanada: excellent - Causa: looks like a layered silo with the ingredients. Excellent taste. - Fish of the day: didn't ask diner, assume it was also good. It's not the cheapest place, but the food is well made, and tasty. Will definitely come back! read more

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Located on Main Street in downtown Pleasanton across the street from Alberto's and Nonni's. I think it took over the Italian restaurant spot. New Peruvian restaurant. Smaller menu. Service was friendly. I liked our waiter. They have outdoor dining patio seating in front. We came during dinner time. They were able to accommodate our party of 7 out on the patio. It was a beautiful spring sunny day. Perfect for dining outside. read more

Everyone here was really nice despite being overloaded with orders and customers! We ordered the pan con chicharron and fettuccine with lomo saltado. The pan con chicharron was soooo good!! The perfect sandwich with a nice pepper sauce on the side. I loved the sweetness of the yam paired with the savory meat and cut with some tangy red onions!! This really hit the spot and I would come back just for it! Next up, the fettuccine with lomo saltado has a cheese sauce that wasn't too overpowering. I was surprised because I was expecting the cheese flavor to smack you in the face, but no it was subtle, yet rich. The best part of the lomo saltado next to it had to be the tomatoes because how in the world was it grilled so well, soft and bursts with flavor in your mouth?? The meat was cooked to a good medium, wasn't tough, and the sauce pulled it all together. For info purposes, the kitchen was a little backed up so there was a wait. We arrived at 1:10pm and waited for a little over an hour to be seated and order. This was a saturday, so a heads up if you're interested in visiting! I'm not letting this long wait affect my review because I came here solely for the food read more

Bravazo - Pan con chicharrón - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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we were greeted immediately once walking in there is indoor seating and outdoor seating we sat patio. We started with the empanadas which came out very quickly. All of our drinks came out very quickly as well. All of our food dishes took no longer than 5 to 7 minutes. We had chicken empanadas and also beef empanadas very delicious flaky and buttery 5/5 Also had the salmon ceviche which i'm used to the shrimp ceviche, but the salmon ceviche with the citrus onions gave a great flavor 4/5 shredded chicken with rice and potatoes. Just wish that it had a few more potatoes with the sauce that sauce 5/5 And I had their traditional corn drink that has cinnamon on top was really good gave non-alcoholic sangria 5/5 We also ordered a vanilla latte which doesn't come sweetened so all coffees you do either have to ask for sugar on the side or they do offer vanilla syrup. We do wanna go back and try the desserts! read more

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Bravazo is such a gem in the downtown Pleasanton area! The fettuccine bravazo was amazing, the meat was very tender and the pasta was very flavorful. I will definitely be back! read more

Bravazo - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

First time trying Peruvian food last Saturday for a late lunch and everything was fantastic!! Carlos was our server and was very friendly and had excellent recommendations. We ordered the pan con chicharron, ceviche with red snapper as the fresh fish of the day, and the lomo saltado. For dessert we had the choco-lucuma trifle, per Carlos's recommendation. The pan con chicharron was my favorite! I love the combination of the slow cooked pork paired with the aioli, salsa, and sweet potato inside. The bread was toasted perfectly and was so good! I really love the taste of fresh bread! The hot sauce also really enhanced the flavor! Carlos brought us extra hot sauce because I mentioned how good it was!! (I also bought a bottle of hot sauce at the end of our meal because I loved it so much) The ceviche was fantastic! It is different from the kind of ceviche I am used to but in a good way! I love the added crunch from the corn nuts. The red snapper worked really well in this dish. The corn and sweet potato works surprisingly well in this dish. This was my boyfriend's favorite. Can't go wrong with the ceviche here! The lomo saltado is marinated filet mignon strips served with veggies and garlic rice. It was also very delicious!! I recommend you try the dish with a bite of everything at a time (rice, meat, veggies), trying the meat itself was a bit too much on its own. I forgot to ask if this dish had the option to customize its doneness, since I usually like eating steak medium rare. The meat was cooked medium well, but it was still really tender and delicious! The choco-lucuma trifle tastes like a dulce de leche mousse with chocolate fudge and a layer of a crunchy chocolate at the base. Loved the flavor combination! And it was sweet but not too sweet, which was perfect for us! I like that there is indoor and outdoor seating. They also have coffee and some pastries up front! Definitely recommend this place! Will be dreaming about the food until the next time I come back!!! read more

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We came here after I saw an IG reel featuring this restaurant! All the dishes looked so good and I don't see a lot of Peruvian food in the Trivalley so definitely wanted to give this family ran restaurant a try :) What we ordered (ranked from fav to least): - Pan con chicharron $20 - Smash burger (not on the menu) - Empanada (beef) $7 - Causa $18 & Yuca a la huancaina $14 - Crispy breakfast burrito $20 (didn't try this, packed leftovers home cuz we were too full) We also tried the inka kola beverage which tasted like bubblegum and looked like Mountain Dew haha I would say def order the Pan con Chicharron!! All 3 of us liked it and ranked it as number 1. No wonder it has a star next to it on the menu. And the smash burger took us by surprise.. our server introduced it to us since it's not on the menu. They have an option to order with the fries or hash brown (next time I would get with hashbrowns since the fries aren't as crispy as I normally like to have them) The lomo soltado on the menu sounded really good too, almost ordered that but the $42 price tag made me want to save it for next visit lol read more

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This place is amazing! Food is so good, the Peruvian ceviche with the large corn was so refreshing citrusy and lil spicy. Perfect start to a meal The smash burger is solid. Meaty and cheesy and with Peruvian spices for a lil kick The chicharron sandwich is my favorite! If this is your first time at Bravazo u gotta get it! The choco lucuma was a pleasant dessert. First time having lucuma and it's a nice zesty fruit. Overall this place blew my expectations, highly recommend when craving Peruvian food. read more

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No wait on a Saturday around 11:30am. Parking can be semi-tough because the Pleasanton farmers market is going on in the same area. Service was great and prompt! Easy to dine in or I believe you can just order to-go at the front. For the food, we got the chicharron breakfast sandwich and the breakfast burrito. The breakfast sandwich was great! I thought the meat wasn't super soft but it wasn't overly chewy. It had a slight crust to it. Sweet potato goes very well in the sandwich. The breakfast burrito was good but thought it would be better. Perhaps it was because we got it with chicken sausage, but it was missing something to give it the extra kick or flavor. I believe it'd be better if we added avocado and chicharron to it, but then that'd end up being $4 extra to make the burrito a whopping $24. I'd probably return to try lunch or dinner next time! read more

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Bravazo opened a storefront and its amazing! My other review was for their catering services. So i wanted to try out their restaurant. Its right in downtown pleasanton and there is plenty of parking behind the building. Food was tasty as always! For an appetizer we shared one empanada - which was mistake because we shouldve gotten two! They were crispy and yummy. We had the peruvian ceviche which was super tangy and fresh. This is a must get and is one of my favorites! The lomo saltado was very flavorful and the butter rice was chefs kiss! You can tell the chef puts a lot of thought into all the dishes. Service is kind, friendly and fast! The new restaurant also has outdoor seating for warmer days. I would 100% recommend this restaurant to anyone craving authentic peruvian food! read more

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I planned a vacation for my family and we just happened to be passing by Pleasanton and we stopped by on a Sunday for lunch. Got seated right away. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The restaurant is clean and has a nice outdoor patio. Now for the most important part, here is what we got! The kids tried the lucuma ice cream 10/10 Pan con chicharon- 10/10 just like how I tried when I was in Peru Aji de gallina 10/10 Bravazo burger 10/10 I would travel an hour and a half again just for this food read more

Bravazo - Lucuma ice cream - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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This is a cute small cafe that recently opened in Downtown Pleasanton. They've refreshed the interior to very simple and clean decor, maybe a bit too plain and on the verge of being bland. Service is adequate. And the menu options are as well. I am perplexed at this restaurant being classified as serving up Peruvian dishes when I find nearly half or more of the menu is typical American fare. My friend I ordered Avocado Toast and a Scramble. There was nothing notable or exceptional. With prices being average and everything else being as it is, I am not sure what may bring me back again. read more

Bravazo - Avocado Toast. $14 - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Best spot. Came 25 mins before closing but very welcome and warm. Had the empanadas and paella. 10/10 good + ambiance. Cool little vibe

We stopped by Bravazo for lunch and left feeling quite full and satisfied! We sat at one of the outside tables since the weather was quite nice and it wasn't as loud, and we got to see a lot of cute dogs walking by on Main St. FOOD // + PAN CON CHICHARRON: great flavors, yummy toasted bread with a crunchy crust, (mostly) juicy pork, and roasted sweet potato. My only, minor complaint is that some pieces of the pork seemed over-fried to the point that they were hard. + PERUVIAN TRI TIP SANDWICH: got good reviews from D! The tri tip slice was thicc. + PERUVIAN CEVICHE: J said the ceviche was delicious. Fish of the day was yellowtail, which tasted fresh and well-marinated. J also liked the combination of the giant corn, smaller toasted corn kernels, roasted sweet potato, and onions with the ceviche - lots of different textures and flavor. Portion size was a bit too much for one person (due to the acidity), but could be split with someone next time. + AJI DE POLLO/GALLINA: B really liked this dish. Garlic rice was flavorful. The sauce is very mild, and even Grandma liked the bites she had. ~ CAUSA: the only dish that disappointed was the Causa, which we got with tuna. Basically two layers of mashed potato with a tuna salad mixture in between; didn't feel particularly interesting or worth it OTHER NOTES // + One all-gender restroom at the back of the restaurant; looked clean and well-maintained. + Service was good! + We really liked the roasted salted corn kernels that they gave every table at the beginning. + We were all pretty full at the end and didn't have stomach room for dessert, though they looked good in the pics we saw. Next time, I'd like to return for their breakfast menu (which ends at 12pm on Sundays, and 11:30am the other days) and try their crispy breakfast burrito. The empanadas also looked tasty! read more

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Visit & First Impressions Came across this new spot on Instagram and was excited to see a new Latino-owned business in downtown Pleasanton! We happened to be in the area and decided to pop in for a to-go afternoon coffee. The girl taking our order was friendly, and the coffee menu was simple and easy to navigate and she answered our questions. Drinks We ordered the Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte. They only offer one size, made with 4 pumps of pumpkin spice syrup. I asked for 2 pumps, and my sister got the full 4. At first glance, the lattes looked a bit too light in color, she agreed, but I thought maybe they'd still taste okay. Unfortunately, the espresso flavor was mostly lost in the amount of milk used in both our drinks. I would've preferred they use more ice instead of extra milk to make the cup look "full." As for the pumpkin spice flavor, it just wasn't there. My sister's latte (made with the full 4 pumps) tasted sweet but didn't really taste like pumpkin spice. I had a sip, and yeah it wasn't there. Mine, with 2 pumps, was even fainter but with a hint of sweetness (how I like). Not sure what syrup they're using, but the pumpkin spice flavor needs some work. Space & Service The restroom is located in the back outside, and there's only one, so there was a bit of a line. I think the owner was there, he seemed very busy, which is great. At one point, he was by the counter and I asked him if they had a trash can (for my straw wrapper) and he gestured me to hand it to him to throw away, and he didn't make eye contact or say anything, which felt like a missed opportunity to make us feel welcome for having came in. It would also help to add a trash can near the exit so people can toss wrappers or napkins easily. I didn't see one, which made it a little awkward to figure out where to throw things away. Overall I really wanted to love this place and support a new local, Latino-owned business, but the coffee fell short and the experience felt a bit impersonal. They're a new business after all so hopefully, with time and a few tweaks, it'll improve. I'll give it another shot down the line and try their food. read more

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So good! I had the fettuccine with salmon y camarones, it was very delicious, full of flavor, and the hot sauce added the perfect kick! Amazing service, everyone was very helpful and welcoming. Great first experience, will definitely be back again! Also enjoyed the Chicha Morada! read more

Peruvian stamp of approval for this bravazo(Peruvian slang for awesome) new restaurant in the heart of downtown Pleasanton! As we Peruanos say, eso! We celebrated my brother's birthday during our first visit. There were 8 of us and we ordered from the breakfast/brunch menu(offered until 11:30am). Most of us ordered the fresh sweet chicha morada, the pan con chicarron(aka one of the world's best breakfasts) or its sister, the Peruvian turkey sandwich. Both sammies were made with that wonderful Bravazo sauce. We all ate everything on our plates. I loved the chic ambiance, the beautiful photo prints, and the colorful video of Peruvian landscapes. Gracias to all the wonderful servers. They checked in on us frequently though it was a busy morning. We will definitely be back for lunch offerings. read more

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Bravazo! Welcome to Main St and congratulations on your new opening! How exciting to have a Peruvian cuisine addition to downtown Pleasanton :) They are located right across from Alberto's Cantina with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. What a shame they close at 3:30pm and we can't visit them all day long! Chai Latte ($6) and Cappuccino ($5) were excellent, would get again with a pastry next time. Pan Con Chicharron ($20): Oh oh oh...that crispy slow cooked pork is to die for. I only tried one bite from my husband's sandwich and it was the first time I wanted his order lol Crispy Breakfast Burrito ($20): Don't get me wrong, this hit the spot too! They managed to fit a lot in the cheese crusted tortilla and I accepted the mess as soon as I went in :P Comes with their signature hot sauce which I liked! Adding the aforementioned chicharron is an extra $2 and that is 100% worth it, even if I didn't do it ha! Perfect cafe for brunch dates solo, with friends, family, all the like. It's a place for gathering and I think it was the owner who served us; his hearty welcome and energy was so lovely. I'll be back! read more

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Ten out of ten stars! What in the world!!?! I was there for the lomo, but then the ceviche stole my heart. Stopped by a Sunday and was quickly greeted and ushered to my seat. Of course had the lomo anddd Carlos (what a champion!) also recommend the ceviche, which I had indeed been eye hustling. PHENOMENAL! PHENOMENAL! SIMPLY PHENOMENAL. Lomo was stellar!! Super juicy and flavorful...alas I can't remember if it came with aji. As I was horking it down with such alacrity! And the ceviche was some of the best ive ever had. I believe it was yellow tail with mild spice. What a legend of a dish! I will most certainly be back!!! Fantastic food, fantastic service, and also very clean bathroom! Winning! read more

Bravazo - Lomo for da win - Latin American Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Carlos was an amazing server. We spent a bit of time chatting and he was very attentive. My husband had 3 tacos and enjoyed them. There was some spicy cause drizzled, so if you don't want a lot of eat, ask about this. I had the tuna sandwich and added avocado and provolone. It came on toasted sourdough and was so gigantic I could only eat half. Looking forward to the other half for dinner. One of the best tuna sandwiches I've ever had. My husband had guava juice and I had passion fruit. It was super fresh and put me in Hawaii! Hawaii with Peruvian food. The only downside was the music playlist they had was too loud and sort of Emo and odd for what we expected. We asked if they could put on either Peruvian music or some type of Latin jazz to go with the theme, but the owner and his wife would not. Odd. The music was very annoying. I would have had something more traditional. read more

I ordered a hot link breakfast burrito for delivery and I'm so glad I did. The burrito is huge and packed with potatoes, eggs, cheese, and spinach. It comes with an orange sauce (that had a lime taste) and that was okay. I personally enjoy super hot sauce and this was mild. My husband really loved it though. Next time, I want to try it with bacon. read more

I am a sucker for a good mom and pop restaurant and boy did this restaurant exceed my expectations! The food is absolutely delicious! And I LOVE that you have the option to sit down inside and out OR grab your food to go. (They have the empanadas already cooked and ready to go!) Looking forward to coming back with my mom for breakfast to try the breakfast burrito. Ps- get the purple drink (forgot the name but it's a speciality no alcohol but definitely could have some ;)) it tastes exactly like mulled wine!! read more

Just came back from lunch at Bravazo today. We went at 11:30 AM on a weekday, hoping to beat the rush since the place has been quite the talk of the town recently. We were seated right away, though the paella unfortunately wasn't available on the lunch menu as the kitchen needs quite a bit of prep time to make it from scratch. The ambience was relaxing and welcoming. I felt right at home--it isn't overly fancy or flashy, just clean, well-kept, and comfortable enough to fully enjoy a hearty meal. There is also plenty of outdoor seating that looked really inviting. We ordered the Pan con Chicharrón and Lomo Saltado--both were spectacular, especially for our first time trying Peruvian cuisine. Our meal quickly turned into a fun guessing game over the exact ingredients and spices in each dish. The Pan con Chicharrón was pure comfort food and would be even more satisfying on a chilly day. The accompanying chili sauce was bright and balanced, packing just enough kick without being overwhelming. The Lomo Saltado felt like a definitive Peruvian classic; the depth of flavor was truly unforgettable. From where I grew up, meaty entrees like these would feel filling and "chunky," but these 2 dishes we had at Bravazo felt lively, and lighthearted. Makes me wonder what other Peruvian dishes are like. Last but not least, our waiter, Carlos, was fantastic. He greeted us warmly the moment we walked in and was attentive throughout our entire meal. He patiently answered all our questions, shared great recommendations, and even went above and beyond to check with the kitchen to see if they could do the paella for lunch, which we truly appreciated. He genuinely made us feel welcome. We'll definitely come back for the experience (and the particularly much-anticipated paella)! read more